Croatia Bike & Sail

Croatia Bike & Sail

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Croatia Bike & Sail

8 Days Starting and ending in Trogir, Croatia

Visiting: Trogir, Vis Island, Korcula, Hvar, Brac Island, Split

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

CBS

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

14 - 32

Physical rating:

moderate

Age range:

10-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Sailing

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

From: $2274

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Croatia Bike & Sail tour, where you'll cycle through the stunning Southern Dalmatian islands, exploring charming small towns and villages along the way. Begin your journey in Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and set sail to the picturesque island of Šolta. Pedal through the historic island of Vis, the scenic landscapes of Korcula, and the lavender fields of Hvar. Cruise to Brac Island, famous for its radiant limestone, and enjoy a ride through the Marjan Forest Park in Split. Conclude your trip with a final cycle on Šolta Island before returning to Trogir. This tour offers a perfect blend of cycling, sailing, and cultural exploration, all while enjoying the comfort of a premium boat with an experienced crew.

Highlights

  • Cycling in the Southern Dalmatian islands with dramatic scenery

  • Exploring the small towns and villages en route

  • Korcula with its beautiful old township

  • Cruise to Hvar and cycle through small villages and lavender fields

  • Cycle through the green planes of Hvar Island to the seaside town of Jelsa

  • Visit the Old Town of Trogir, a World Cultural Heritage site

  • Cycle on Vis Island, the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia

  • Cycle through the Marjan Forest Park in Split

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Early Afternoon Embarkation At Trogir (Near Split), Cruise To Solta

Location: Trogir

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Dinner

Arrive Trogir (near Split) to board and check-in between 2pm to 2.30pm. The boat departs for island of Šolta at 3pm.
Split airport is approx. 3mi./5 km from the harbour of Trogir. We can assist with an arrival transfer on request (not included).
The first night is spent in a quiet harbour on the island of Solta with the opportunity to take a swim after a day of travel.

Day 2 : Cycle On Vis Island (31Km/20Mi)

Location: Vis Island

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning we enjoy a cruise during breakfast to the Island of Vis. Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa inhabited the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and closed to foreign tourists. Today we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. We have plenty of time to enjoy the island and spend the night here.

Day 3 : Cycle On Korcula (30Km/18.5Mi)

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Location: Korcula

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning we leave the island of Vis by boat and navigate to the harbor town of Vela Luka on the Island of Korcula. Along the way we throw the anchor for a refreshing swim stop. Korcula is regarded as one of the most scenic islands in the Adriatic, abundant in viewpoints and quaint villages nestled in the green. Once we arrive in Vela Luka we can enjoy a round tour from Vela Luka to the village of Blato and back again. The night is spent in Vela Luka on the western side of the island.

Day 4 : Cruise To Hvar Cycle To Stari Grad And Loop Cycle To Jelsa (22+20Km/14+12Mi)

Location: Hvar

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on Hvar Island. Make use of the time before the cycle tour starts and go for a little stroll through the city. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. Today's bike tour takes us from the city of Hvar through small villages and lavender fields to Stari Grad on the opposite side of the island. The descent to Stari Grad offers breathtaking views. After a lunch break we continue start off on a second cycling tour through the green planes of the island to the seaside town of Jelsa. After a break for coffee and ice cream, we continue the round trip back to Stari Grad where we spend the night.

Day 5 : Cruise To Brac Island, Cycle From Milna To Postira (29Km / 18Mi)

Location: Brac Island

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning we cruise to the island of Brac, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was, among others, used for the White House in Washington and in the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once we have arrived on Brac, we start our bike tour from Milna to the picturesque harbor town of Postira. At first we cycle inland through small villages and past local architectural relics before hugging the coast with spectacular views across the channel to the mainland. On arrival in Postira there are many ways in which to enjoy the rest of the afternoon. The night is spent in the quiet harbor of Postira.

Day 6 : Cruise To Split, Optional Rafting Or Cycle Through Marjan Forest Park (17Km/10Mi)

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Location: Split

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

During breakfast the boat brings us to the city of Split. The old town of Split, built adjoining the famous palace of the Roman Caesar Diocletian, is a UNESCO world heritage site. Today we have the choice either to take a bus transfer to go rafting through the Cetina Canyon (not included in the tour price) or to explore the wonderful Marjan forest Park in Split by bike. The rafting group will be picked up from the boat by a bus and are taken to Omiš for the excursion. From here they will follow the river downstream in the rafts gaining a unique perspective of the canyon and its flora and fauna. Rafting trip participants are brought back to the boat in the bus after the activity. Cyclists will enjoy a short but scenic bike tour through the green heart of Split accompanied by an extensive swim break at a local beach. In the afternoon we can explore the bustling city of Split again together as one group. Overnight Split.

Day 7 : Cycle On Solta Island, Return To Trogir (20Km/12.5Mi)

Location: Trogir

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cruise to Šolta Island where we enjoy our last bike tour. Walled fields, numerous olive groves, locust bean and fig trees line the roads. The herbal scent of rosemary accompanies us along our tour across the island. After a round tour of the island, we return to the boat. We board and enjoy the last crossing to Trogir past the cliffs of the Ciovo peninsula. There is still plenty of time to visit the Old Town of Trogir, listed as a World Cultural Heritage site. The last evening aboard our ship is celebrated in traditional fashion. While enjoying the communal dinner in a celebrative atmosphere we will have the chance for a last get-together with our crew and tour guides.

Day 8 : Trip Concludes In Trogir (Close To Split Airport)

Location: Trogir

Meals Included: Breakfast

Disembark after breakfast around 9am and individual departure, or a taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from the boat to Split airport or hotel.

What's Included

  • Meals

    7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners - the cook on board is a member of the crew. The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8.

  • Accommodation

    7 nights accommodation in a twin cabin below deck with ensuite facilities on board a premium boat. Supplement applies for above deck or single cabin.

  • Bike Rental

    21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier. Mountain bike option available on select departures. 8-speed electric bikes available on most trips, limited supplies; supplements apply.

  • Experienced Crew

    Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide.

  • Bed Linen and Towels

    Bed linen and towels are provided.

  • Information Pack

    Information pack including overview maps per cabin.

  • Transport

    Travel to and from Split (Trogir) is included. The boat departs for the island of Šolta at 3pm on the first day and returns to Trogir on the last day.

What's Not Included

  • Travel to and from Split (Trogir)

    Travel to and from Split (Trogir) is not included.

  • Cabin Upgrades

    Upgrade to a cabin on deck or single cabin – supplement applies.

  • Drinks and Additional Meals

    Drinks on board and meals not included.

  • Local Taxes

    Flat rate for water and tourist taxes payable locally - EUR60pp (adult) or EUR30pp (child up to 16).

  • Personal Items

    Items of a personal nature are not included.

  • Tips

    Tips for crew and tour guides are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is mandatory.

    Cruise cover may be required - check with your insurer.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional Cetina rafting - booked and paid locally.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees are not included.

  • Helmets

    Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours.

    You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet.

    A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential).

  • Bicycle Insurance

    Optional bicycle insurance.

    Normal travel insurance often does not cover loss or damage to rental bikes.

  • Taxi Transfers

    Taxi transfer from the airport or your hotel to the boat (allow approx EUR20) or reservation on request for an additional cost.

  • Parking

    Secure parking space in Trogir - reservation essential, paid in cash locally to the tour guide.

    Approx.

    EUR30/week for a car up to 6m in length, EUR50/week for a car longer than 6m.

Accommodation

7 nights boat. Sample photos of the cabins. See additional photos above or ask our staff for your specific boat.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Grading

The trip requires a good level of fitness to fully participate in the cycling. The tours will take us up to a height of between 200 and 500m above sea-level. The day-tours from 15 to 62km/9.5 to 38mi are through hilly and mountainous terrain and can be completed without any time constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which you may need to push the bike. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike-tour. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside of the holiday seasons. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the two tour guides or other participants. It is considered suitable for active children (minimum 10 years, height minimum is 1.2m/4ft for hybrid bike or 1.5m/4.9ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
Note: The cyclists on regular bicycles determine the pace. If you have reserved an e-bike please be mindful of this and to acknowledge that the regular cyclists need time to rest and take longer to climb the hills.

Mode of Transport

Travel to and from Split (Trogir) is included. The boat departs for the island of Šolta at 3pm on the first day and returns to Trogir on the last day.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners. The cook on board is a member of the crew, and the meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8.

  • What type of accommodation is available on this tour?

    Accommodation consists of 7 nights on a premium boat in a twin cabin below deck with ensuite facilities. There is an option to upgrade to a cabin on deck or a single cabin for an additional supplement.

  • Are bike rentals included in the tour?

    Yes, a 21-speed hybrid bike rental with a pannier is included. There is also an option for a mountain bike on select departures and 8-speed electric bikes on most trips, though these are limited and come with a supplement.

  • Is travel insurance required for this tour?

    Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour. Cruise cover may also be required, so it is advisable to check with your insurer.

  • What is the difficulty level of the cycling routes?

    The trip requires a good level of fitness as the cycling routes take you up to heights between 200 and 500 meters above sea level. The day-tours range from 15 to 62 kilometers through hilly and mountainous terrain, and participants will need to master long and steep climbs. The tour is suitable for active children aged 10 and above, with a minimum height requirement for hybrid and e-bikes.

  • Are helmets provided for the bike tours?

    Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours. You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet, but a limited number of rental helmets are available on board, and reservation is essential.

  • What happens if I don't want to cycle on a particular day?

    You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat instead of taking a planned bike tour.

  • What should I carry during the cycling tours?

    During the cycle day, you will carry your daily requirements in the panniers provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, water, and camera.

  • Is there an option for rafting during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional rafting activity through the Cetina Canyon, which can be booked and paid for locally. Participants will be picked up from the boat by bus and taken to Omiš for the excursion.

  • What are the local taxes and fees I should be aware of?

    There is a flat rate for water and tourist taxes payable locally, which is EUR 60 per adult and EUR 30 per child up to 16 years old.

  • How fit do I have to be?

    Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.

  • What happens if something goes wrong?

    On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.

  • I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

    Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

D. Bruno(Prospect, Australia)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

14 Sep 2023

The sail/bike island hopping cruise was superb. All the boat crew were amazing. The 3 guides were fantastic...so much patience, great details of the history of places visited and extremely careful in maintaining our safety on many of the busy roads especially when it rained. The chef was brilliant, the food had variety and very fresh. The crew kept the whole boat spotlessly clean and our cabin was cleaned everyday. The other passengers were all great fun and the whole week had a great family feel to it. Particularly as the captain had his wife and little 11 month old baby on board for part of the cruise. Extreme detail was taken care of everyday in the planning of our bike routes. The whole week was a highlight for us and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys small boat cruises, biking and adventure. We are both in our early 70s and were not the youngest but a certain fitness is necessary.

L. PraterDonigian(Jerusalem, Israel)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

23 Jul 2024

This was one of the best holidays I’ve ever taken. It was invigorating to wake up, travel by boat, arrive on the island and bike for several hours. I will be returning next year for another boat and bike trip.

D & R Clevette(BC, Canada)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

19 Oct 2018

Overall we were extremely happy with our bike and barge experience. The guides were exceptional. The emphasis was on safety and enjoyment. The camaraderie between the riders, staff and guides was terrific. We felt it was an amazing way to see the country. Food on board was top notch and plentiful. Although we could purchase our own espresso as the morning coffee provided was not great (overall, a small issue).

G. Lansbury(Clareville, NSW Australia)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

12 Oct 2016

This was an excellent trip, can highly recommend it, it caters for all levels of cycling fitness, an interesting variety of routes, the rafting extra trip was excellent and well worth the additional cost. Recommend the extra cost for a deck cabin, the best ventilation, but check out the bed configurations as they are all different but cost the same.

G. Thompson(Canada)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

31 Aug 2022

Croatia was a beautiful country and the Bike and Sail trip was amazing. The staff on board were exceptional at serving our every need. I would recommend this trip to everyone who is willing to put in the effort on the bikes, as the hills were challenging, but I loved every minute of the scenery and were really impressed with the great two guides we had, who showed us a good time.

S. White(Rowville, Australia)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

17 Sep 2024

Great trip, great crew, Guides Dora & Nikki were fantastic, they could not do enough, certainly helped make the holiday. Most of all I enjoyed the company of my fellow shipmates from Start to Finish they were awesome. We could not have wished for a better group. Leaving us with life long memories and friends.

S. Repling(USA)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

13 Sep 2022

The boat was very comfortable and the tour guides were great.

Norm Kaye(Dromana, Australia)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

03 Dec 2016

Just great.

C. Cockayne(Northern Territory)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

30 Jul 2019

An amazing and well organised trip. The crew were amazing, as were our tour guides. Would do a similar trip in a heartbeat.

J. Wright(Lane Cove, NSW, Australia)  

Croatia Bike & Sail

21 Sep 2022

The trip itself, the staff and the ship were very satisfactory and overall the holiday was very enjoyable.

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